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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~
There is nothing like a cold, creamy, citrusy flavored popsicle in the heat of Summer, but it doesn’t have to be Summer to enjoy these Orange Julius Creamsicle Lollies. No siree bob! They are a year-round treat. Whether you are sporting a swimsuit or a parka, give this recipe a try.
The refreshing combination of young Thai coconuts and fresh-squeezed orange juice, give this treat the taste of orange sherbet. It’s literally like sunshine and happiness all rolled into one.
I love playing around with the different looks that you can create with frozen treats. To make them more on the elegant side I used my regular popsicle mold, but instead of using the typical popsicle sticks, I slid real spoons into each cavity. The unusual sticks make for a great look when hosting a dinner party or you just want to make a quick but elegant dessert.
We all know that chocolate pairs with just about anything and can elevate not only the flavor but also the look of any dessert. So without any hesitancy, I poured some over the top of each lolly and then gave them a fairy dusting of shredded coconut. To add a little more fun to the whole process, I made some smaller lollies in 3 oz Dixie cups, which turned out adorable if I do say so myself.
For the creamy base of this treat, I used young Thai coconuts. If these are difficult for you to find, you could substitute soaked cashews. Fresh squeezed orange juice is the key flavor ingredient here so make sure that you use the best oranges that you can get. For juicing, I prefer to use Valencia oranges. They are virtually seedless, sweet, flavorful, and tend to produce quite a bit of juice and in fact, they are known as the “King of Juice Oranges.”
Raw honey… I recommend it, BUT I realize that many of you don’t partake of bee products. So just use any liquid sweetener you like. Lastly, culinary grade Orange Essential Oil. I added it to bump up the overall orange flavor because when ingredients are frozen, they tend to be less bright on the taste buds. But that’s not the only reason… Orange Essential Oil has anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, antispasmodic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, carminative, diuretic, tonic, and sedative properties. I try to put a lot of thought into the ingredients that I whip together. Enjoy!
Ingredients:Yields 2 1/2 cups
Below, here is how I get my sticks and spoons
to remain upright as the batter sets up. Masking tape! Works
like a charm. Just run the tape in two directions as shown in the photo.
After the lollies were set up and the tape was removed.
Just curious as to why you’re using honey as a sweetener when it’s not a vegan product.
Hello Beth,
I have honey or the use of maple syrup as an option. We use honey in our house from time to time. If you are vegan and don’t use honey, then use maple syrup or whatever other sweeteners you prefer. Blessings, amie sue
Hi Amie, thank you for posting this recipe. I’m curious if there is a substitute for the coconut flesh? Can I use shredded coconut? Thank you and many blessings back.
Good evening Pink,
You are very welcome. :) I would use soaked cashews in place of the young Thai coconut meat. It’s the closest in fat, texture, and color. Shredded coconut won’t give you that same texture. Keep me posted! blessings and hugs, amie sue